Tremaen Studio Pottery, Gwarra Series, Sculptural Cornish Ceramic Lamp Base, 1974-1980, British

This elegantly sculptural, hand-built, and glazed studio art ceramic lamp is of British Modernist design by Peter Ellery for his Cornish pottery studio Tremaen Pottery (1965 - 1988). Ellery's work features a heavy influence from the Cornish environment where the Tremaen studio was based. Influences such as sea-washed pebbles, rocks, and boulder-shaped forms, and Cow Parsley from abundant hedgerows inspired the décor, as are traces of rough-hewn stone harbour walls and whitewashed fishermen's cottages. Many pieces have an organic feel, being deliberately weathered or textured.

This particular piece comes from the Cow Parsley series, reflecting the influences and textural references from the Cornish coastal and countryside landscape. The overall composition is characterised by its exceptionally tactile and organic qualities, shaped like a pebble worn smooth by the ocean tide to reveal the Cow Parsley fossil impression. The glaze is silky and touch-inviting, with the colour palette comprising of a rich, semi-matte Dark Chocolate, Mocha browns blended with Cappuccino, Flat White creams. 

This stunning piece brings to life many key principles of Modernist design, with a focus on combining function with bringing forth the beauty in the natural material. 

CONDITION
Excellent. No chips, cracks, or repairs. There is faint wear to the protective felting on the underside of the base that is commensurate with the age of the piece. Please see photographs as they form part of the condition report. The underside of the base is fitted with protective felting and also bears Tremaen's original label. The lamp takes standard A-series Bayonet bulb.

MEASUREMENTS
Height: c. 7.9" / 20 cm high (excluding bulb holder) c. 9.8" / 25 cm (including bulb holder). Width c. 4.5" / 11.5 cm (across the widest point) x depth: c. 3.1" / 8 cm. Base measurements: c. 4.9" / 12.5 cm x c. 3.3" / 8.5 cm. Weight: c. 1 kg / 970 g. The lamp takes a standard A-series Bayonet bulb with a British plug fitting. 

A BIT OF HISTORY
Peter Ellery, Tremaen Pottery (1965 - 1988)
Tremaen Pottery was founded by Peter Ellery in Marazion, UK in 1965, typically creating large-scale pieces using unconventional techniques in both construction and glazing. His work quickly gained appreciation and popularity, and within 2 years Tremaen Pottery moved to larger premises in Newlyn with the workforce expanding to twelve to cope with demand.

Although work continued to be by hand, the range of pieces produced by Tremaen expanded to include smaller-scale and figural pieces. Tremaen's work maintained its popularity but sadly, the recession of the early 1980s created increasing economic difficulties. Ellery sustained Tremaen's production until 1988 when he made the decision to close the pottery.

This majestically sculptural lamp is of French design by Georgia Jacob's company (1988 - 2012).  This particular piece comes from the Corolle series, one of many series where Jacob explored shape and form exclusively through the arrangement of drape. 

The overall composition is characterised by exceptionally tactile and organic qualities, with a core arrangement of 16 folds that are encircled by an outer band of 19 ruffles made of the Saffron Mango toned resin. This piece is finished with an elegant resin marble base, further accentuating the subtle luxury of the design. 

Standing at half a metre tall, this stunning statement piece brings sophisticated Minimalism to its surroundings. 

CONDITION
Excellent. No chips, cracks, or repairs. There is faint wear to the surface that is commensurate with the age of the piece, please see photographs as they form part of the condition report. The underside of the base is labeled with the original label. Lamp takes a 40w candle screw bulb with the length of the cord being c. 6 ft / 183 cm.

MEASUREMENTS
Height: c. 21" / 53 cm high. Width c. 9.8" / 25 cm (across the widest point). Base measurements: c. 5.1" / 13 cm diameter. Weight: c. 1.4 kg / 1,395 g. Lamp takes a 40w candle screw bulb with the length of the cord being c. 6 ft / 183 cm.

A BIT OF HISTORY
Georgia Jacob International (1988 - 2012)
Georgia Jacob International was founded in 1988 in Wasselonne, a small commune in the north of France, c. 26 km from Strasbourg. Jacob only produced handkerchief and flaming torch design lamps made of resin (polyester), fibreglass or acrylic with several different bases made in marble, brass, metal, wood, or resin. Lamp series included the Corolle, Kali, Athena, Ella, Ophélie, Fruit d’Ange (angel fruit). 
Sadly not much more is known about the company and records trace the company as discontinuing in 2012 due to insufficient assets. 

NOTES
Lamp will be securely packaged and shipping will be insured. Shipping will be combined for multiple items. 

Currently held on consignment at Andrews Oakville

This elegantly sculptural, hand-built, and glazed studio art ceramic lamp is of British Modernist design by Peter Ellery for his Cornish pottery studio Tremaen Pottery (1965 - 1988). Ellery's work features a heavy influence from the Cornish environment where the Tremaen studio was based. Influences such as sea-washed pebbles, rocks, and boulder-shaped forms, and Cow Parsley from abundant hedgerows inspired the décor, as are traces of rough-hewn stone harbour walls and whitewashed fishermen's cottages. Many pieces have an organic feel, being deliberately weathered or textured.

This particular piece comes from the Zennor series, Zennor is the Cornish village made famous by the medieval carving of a mermaid inside the parish church of St Senara and one of the last places where residents spoke traditional Cornish). The design reflects the echoes of Celtic influences as well as textural references to the Cornish coastal landscape in its sea-smoothed pebble form, texture, and palette. As with Ellery's other works, this piece would have been constructed as well as glazed with unconventional techniques, as was Ellery's style. The overall composition is characterised by its exceptionally tactile and organic qualities, shaped like a stone carving smoothed by the ocean tide revealing the layers of its inner strata. The glazing is textured and touch inviting, the palette begins with a base of natural stoneware clay in matte Sand that is then elevated with the silky swathes of semi-matte glaze in tones of Warm Honey, Milk White, and Caramel brown.

This stunning piece actualises many key principles of Modernist design influence, with a focus on combining function with bringing forth the beauty in the natural material. 

The design, palette, and condition of this piece make it an exceptional and rare find. 

CONDITION
Excellent. No chips, cracks, or repairs. There is faint wear to the protective felting on the underside of the base that is commensurate with the age of the piece. Please see photographs as they form part of the condition report. The underside of the base is fitted with protective felting and also bears Tremaen's original label. Lamp takes standard A-series Bayonet bulb.

MEASUREMENTS
Height: c. 10.2" / 26 cm high (excluding bulbholder) c. 12" / 30.3 cm (including bulbholder). Width c. 7.9" / 20 cm (across the widest point) x depth: c. 4.7" / 12 cm. Base measurements: c. 4.7" / 12 cm x c. 7.9" / 20 cm. Weight: c. 2.0 kg / 1,970 g. Lamp takes standard A-series Bayonet bulb with a European plug fitting. 

A BIT OF HISTORY
Peter Ellery, Tremaen Pottery (1965 - 1988)
Tremaen pottery was first set up by Peter Ellery in Marazion, UK in 1965, typically creating large-scale pieces using unconventional techniques in both construction and glazing. His work quickly gained appreciation and popularity, and within 2 years Tremaen pottery moved to larger premises in Newlyn with the workforce expanding to twelve to cope with demand.

Although work continued to be by hand, the range of pieces produced by Tremaen expanded to include smaller scale and figural pieces. Tremaen's work maintained its popularity but sadly, the recession of the early 1980s created increasing economic difficulties. Ellery sustained Tremaen's production until 1988 when he made the decision to close the pottery.

This beautifully stylised work of Art Deco design was made by English pottery Crown Devon. Designed and made during Clarice Cliff's Bizarre era. The stylised tree and landscape verdure décor in this piece echoes that of which appears in Cliff's iconic Orange Roof Cottage series. The décor is further elevated by the addition of the tube-lined and tactile dotted 'stitching'. The origin of design can be attributed to the Czechoslovakian pottery Ditmar Urbach, from which Crown Devon developed its own interpretation. 

The subtly striking décor sits against the canvas of the spherical globe form, displaying its timeless style and carrying its c. 85 years of Art Deco history. 

CONDITION
Very Good. There are 3 negligible chips to the glaze and light use wear to the underside of the base. Mentioned for completeness: there mild crazing all over. The light wear is commensurable with the age of the piece, please refer to photos as they form part of the condition report. The base bears Crown Devon's stamp and model number 'M206'. Length of cord: c. 70" / 178 cm and is fitted with a British plug. Lamp takes a 'B22' light bulb.

MEASUREMENTS
Height: c. 6.3" / 16 cm (excluding bulb holder) height: c. 9.3" / 23.5 cm (including bulb holder). Diameter: c . 6.3" / 16 cm (across widest point). Base diameter: c. 3" / 7.5 cm. Unpackaged weight: c. 0.9 kg / 945 g

NOTES
Lamp will be securely packaged and shipping will be insured. Shipping will be combined for multiple items.

A BIT OF HISTORY
Crown Devon Fieldings (1870 - 1982)
The pottery was founded in 1870 by Simon Fieldings in Stoke on Trent but it would be 10 years later before they began to produce Majolica style pottery that was popular during the 1880s. Their product range began to expand in the 1890s, working with British United Clock company and they would continue to expand their product range as popularity flourished after successful world trade fairs in the 1900s. They sustained their success for over a century before sadly closing in 1982 at the time of the recession.

This elegant work of mid-century Modern design is by the German lighting company Goldkant Leuchten that was designed by Friedel Wauer. Wauer was credited by FLOS for developing the technology of spraying the plastic material onto metal frames to create the lampshade that was inspired by the “self-wrapping” of a silk worm and hence the name “cocoon”. However, George Nelson was known to have used this technique as early as 1947 for his Bubble Hanging Lamps, referring to the discovery of the technique as “one of those happy accidents which occur all too infrequently in the designer’s experience”.

Regardless of who the original inventor was, the end result is a triumph in lighting design. The highly tactile, silky leatherette-like cocoon lampshade rests on the elegantly streamlined, Chrome plastic base. With design influences from mid-century Modern, Atomic Age and even Industrial, this excellent work brings sleek allure to its surroundings. 

CONDITION
Very Good. There is light use wear to the shade, lampbase and underside of the base that is commensurable with the age of the piece. Please refer to photos as they form part of the condition report. The base bears the original Goldkant and model label. Length of cord: c. 47" / 120 cm and is fitted with a European plug. Lamp takes standard E-series Screw bulb.

MEASUREMENTS
Height: Lampbase c. 4.7 " /  12 cm. c. 10.6" /  27 cm (including lampshade). Diameter: c. 7.5" / 19 cm (across widest point). Base diameter: c. 4.1" / 10.4 cm. Unpackaged weight: c. 0.3 kg / 335 g. Cable/wiring length: c. 47" / 120 cm. Lightbulb: screw bulb E14. 40 watt maximum, 110/220 volt.

NOTES
Lamp will be securely packaged and shipping will be insured. Shipping will be combined for multiple items.

A BIT OF HISTORY
Goldkant Leuchten (1946 – 1994)
Goldkant Leuchten was founded in 1946 as Cocoon-Leuchten International with designers such as Shultz and Baum for the Cocoon lamps. The company also produced ceramic lamps as well as supplying other companies with their lamps such as Aro Leuchte, Josef Brümberg and Raak. Golkant Leuchten were notably awarded two iF design awards for their Cocoon lamps in 1974. Though the company enjoyed decades of success, sadly, it was closed in 1994.